Best 6 Beefy Macaroni Recipes

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Beefy macaroni is a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a comforting meal on a cold winter day. With its combination of tender beef, savory sauce, and al dente macaroni, beefy macaroni is a crowd-pleaser that the whole family will enjoy. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something with a bit of a twist, there are endless variations to suit your taste.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BEEFY MACARONI AND CHEESE BAKE



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Make and share this Beefy Macaroni and Cheese Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon oil
1 lb lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes, drained and chopped
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni in large pot of boiling salted water until done; drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in large frying pan and sauté onion until softened.
  • Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  • Add tomatoes, thyme, oregano and salt to taste.
  • Cook about 5 minutes to blend flavors.
  • In a small saucepan, whisk together flour and milk.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring, until mixture comes to a boil.
  • Continue cooking 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 3/4 cup cheese.
  • Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Stir into meat sauce.
  • Combine with macaroni.
  • Pour into prepared baking dish.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
  • Bake at 375° until golden, about 20 minutes.

BEEFY MACARONI



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If you like to brown a few pounds of ground beef at one time to have it ready for all kinds of dishes, you'll enjoy this recipe from Edie Farm of Farmington, New Mexico. Extra cooked ground beef is the key to her pleasing pasta skillet.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 cups cooked lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup hot water
1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in the cheese. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

BEEFY MACARONI & TOMATOES



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This is a dish that my mother made when she needed to fix something quick or just because we liked it so well.

Provided by Gail Welch

Categories     Beef

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg large elbow macaroni or any pasta 8-12 oz
1 lb ground chuck
1 can(s) diced tomatoes
1-2 can(s) tomato sauce 8 oz
1/4-1/2 tsp oregano leaves, optional
salt and pepper to taste
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. In saucepan cook macaroni per package directions. Basically, bring salted water to boil; add macaroni and cook until tender about 7-10 minutes. Drain.
  • 2. In the meantime, brown ground chuck that has been seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until done then drain. Note: I use a large iron skillet.
  • 3. Add the tomatoes and tomato sauce to ground beef Add oregano leaves, if desired. Stir in cooked macaroni and let simmer about 20 minutes. Stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and top with shredded cheese.

BEEFY BARBECUE MACARONI



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"I developed this dish while visiting a friend," says Mary Cokenour of Monticello, Utah. "She came home late from work and didn't have time to grocery shop. So I threw together this all-in-one skillet dish using pantry staples. Her family was so impressed that now she makes it for them once a week."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
3-1/2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
3/4 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
1/4 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Additional cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 5-6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Add the macaroni, barbecue sauce, pepper and cayenne., In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter over medium heat until butter is melted. Stir in cheese until melted. Pour over the macaroni mixture; gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 647mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

BEEFY SALSA MACARONI AND VELVEETA CHEESE



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This recipe is from my collection of recipes that contain 5 ingredients or less.

Provided by Rev BJ Friley

Categories     Beef

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb ground beef
16 oz salsa
2 c water
7 oz macaroni, elbow
1/4 lb velveeta cheese, cut up

Steps:

  • 1. Brown meat in large skillet.
  • 2. Drain meat.
  • 3. Add salsa and water.
  • 4. Bringing to a boil.
  • 5. Stir in macaroni.
  • 6. Reduce heat; cover.
  • 7. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until macaroni is tender.
  • 8. Stir in Velveeta until melted.

BEEFY MACARONI CASSEROLE



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Try this Beef Macaroni Casserole recipe.Macaroni and ground beef meals are great everyday family meals, and this recipe is no exception.

Provided by Art C

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs hamburger
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed cream of broccoli soup
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Del Monte zesty jalapeno pepper diced tomato
5 cups macaroni
6 cups mild cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Brown hamburger and drain grease set aside.
  • Combine cream of broccoli and diced tomatoes in a pan and heat till it just comes to a boil.
  • Cook and drain macaroni. Then combine all ingredients together in one big bowl mix well .
  • Then add all mixed ingredients in a casserole dish and then add the 6 cups of shredded cheese on top bake on 350 for 45 minutes.

Tips for Making Beefy Macaroni:

  • Use a large pot to cook the macaroni so that it has plenty of room to expand.
  • Don't overcook the macaroni, or it will become mushy.
  • Use a good quality ground beef for the best flavor.
  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it is no longer pink.
  • Drain the excess grease from the ground beef before adding it to the macaroni.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for the best flavor. A good combination is cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  • Add some chopped fresh parsley or chives for a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve the beefy macaroni hot with a side salad or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Beefy macaroni is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. With a few simple tips, you can make the best beefy macaroni that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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